Ep 8. Killer Intellect
- TV14
- August 5, 2021
- 42 min
Killer Intellect is the eighth episode of season 14 of Deadly Women. In this episode, viewers will be introduced to three different women who used their intelligence to plan and carry out murderous acts.
The first case involves Leslie Wagner-Wilson, who was raised in the Children of God cult. After leaving the cult as a teenager, Leslie became involved with a man named Duane who convinced her to participate in a robbery. When the robbery went wrong and Duane was killed, Leslie began a life on the run. She eventually settled in Florida and married a man named Paul Wilson. However, Leslie's past caught up with her when police began investigating the robbery and murder. Leslie used her intelligence to create a fake identity and move across the country multiple times to avoid being caught. But eventually, the police caught up with her and she was arrested and charged with Duane's murder.
The second case features Nannie Doss, also known as the "Giggling Granny." Nannie was a serial killer who poisoned four of her husbands and multiple other family members. She was able to successfully carry out these murders due to her intelligence and careful planning. Nannie would research different types of poisons and carefully dose her victims to avoid suspicion. She also used her charm and friendly demeanor to gain the trust of those around her. It wasn't until Nannie confessed to the murders that she was caught and arrested.
The final case in Killer Intellect involves Judy Buenoano, also known as the "Black Widow." Judy was a serial killer who used her intelligence to cover up her crimes. She poisoned her husband, son, and fiancé for financial gain. She was also convicted of attempting to kill her boyfriend and son. Judy's intelligence allowed her to manipulate those around her and create stories to cover up her actions. She was able to successfully evade suspicion for years until a tip led police to investigate her. She was eventually convicted and sentenced to death by electric chair.
Throughout this episode, viewers will witness how these women used their intelligence to plan and execute their deadly crimes without getting caught. However, they also will see how justice eventually caught up with each of them. Deadly Women season 14 episode 8, Killer Intellect, is a chilling reminder that intelligence can be used for evil just as easily as it can be used for good.